Senior Concept Artist

Placements24; Durban; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

Placements24 in Durban is seeking a talented and imaginative Senior Concept Artist to join their creative team. You will visualize and define the aesthetic direction for characters, environments, and props across entertainment projects, shaping the look and feel of imaginative worlds.

Collaborate with art directors, game designers, and 3D modelers to iterate designs, develop mood boards, and establish visual style.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 years of professional experience as a Concept Artist in the gaming or film industry.
• Strong skills in digital painting and illustration using software like Photoshop or Procreate.
• Solid understanding of anatomy, perspective, color theory, and composition.
• Ability to work quickly and efficiently while maintaining high artistic standards.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• A strong portfolio demonstrating a wide range of concept art styles and subjects.

Responsibilities

• Create compelling and high-quality concept art for characters, environments, props, and vehicles.
• Collaborate closely with art directors, game designers, and 3D modelers to iterate on visual designs.
• Develop detailed visual guides and mood boards to communicate artistic direction.
• Explore and establish the overall visual style and aesthetic for projects.
• Adapt to different artistic styles and project requirements as needed.
• Provide constructive feedback to junior artists and contribute to a positive team dynamic.

Skills

Digital painting

Illustration

Communication

Portfolio development

Anatomy

Perspective

Color theory

Composition

Speed and efficiency

Tools

Photoshop

Procreate

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a talented and imaginative Senior Concept Artist to join their creative team in Durban. In this role, you will be responsible for visualizing and defining the aesthetic direction for characters, environments, and props across various entertainment projects. You will play a crucial part in setting the visual tone and style, working collaboratively with the art and development teams to bring imaginative worlds and designs to life. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute your artistic vision to impactful projects within a supportive and innovative studio environment, shaping the look and feel of memorable visual experiences.

Key Responsibilities

• Create compelling and high-quality concept art for characters, environments, props, and vehicles.
• Collaborate closely with art directors, game designers, and 3D modelers to iterate on visual designs.
• Develop detailed visual guides and mood boards to communicate artistic direction.
• Explore and establish the overall visual style and aesthetic for projects.
• Adapt to different artistic styles and project requirements as needed.
• Provide constructive feedback to junior artists and contribute to a positive team dynamic.

Requirements

• Minimum of 6 years of professional experience as a Concept Artist in the gaming or film industry.
• Exceptional skills in digital painting and illustration using software like Photoshop or Procreate.
• Strong understanding of anatomy, perspective, color theory, and composition.
• Ability to work quickly and efficiently while maintaining high artistic standards.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• A strong portfolio demonstrating a wide range of concept art styles and subjects.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Creative studio environment located in Durban.
• Paid time off and public holidays.
• Opportunities for professional growth and skill development.